Gauge and dash cleaning?

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What do you guys suggest for streak & scratch free cleaning of the dash and in particular, any plastic covering(s) on the gauges (tach, speedometer)??

I was thinking something like lens cleaner (as used for eyeglasses) and proper tissue
 
the tissue I was going to use is Kimwipe which is the standard for cleaning delicate optics. Or Zeiss lens cleaner for eyeglasses.

Point taken on using a MF.
 
What ever you use, do not, I repeat do not wipe the gauge lens with a dry cloth.
 
The problem is only partly the cloth - its mostly the grit that's all over the plastic. I've had good luck using a swifter sister (the poofy blue or yellow thing, not the white cloth) first. I use a meguairs plastic detailer on cotton or MF to get it super clear as soon as it's grit free
 
howardm4 said:
the tissue I was going to use is Kimwipe which is the standard for cleaning delicate optics. Or Zeiss lens cleaner for eyeglasses.

Point taken on using a MF.
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Are you sure Kimwipe is ok for plastic? Most optics are glass and won't scratch as easy. Also, I was under the impression most of these higher end wipes were more geared to prevent lent.
 
ducksfan said:
Are you sure Kimwipe is ok for plastic? Most optics are glass and won't scratch as easy. Also, I was under the impression most of these higher end wipes were more geared to prevent lent.
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To prevent lent, you must be a non Christian.
 
^^ hahahahahaha, good one. (Bet he doesn't get it.)
 
in the end, Im going to use a pre-moistened Zeiss plastic eyeglass/lens cleaner or the McKee's stuff on MF.

I've used the Kimwipes w/ liquid eyeglass cleaner and have never seen any scratches.
 
I use a microfiber towel with Meguiars Quick Interior Detailer. It gently cleans the dust and I have never had a problem with scratches.
 
I used a dry MF towel. With the right lighting now I see tons of swirls :(
Most of the time I can’t see it though. But I was pissed that a soft towel put that many scratches on my gauge.
 
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